Backrooms Lost Runners vs Out of the Shadows
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Backrooms Lost Runners wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Out of the Shadows is $7.20 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Backrooms Lost Runners | Out of the Shadows |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Not Enough Data | 45 | 59 |
| Quality | 62 | 50 |
| Value | 45 | 75 |
| Popularity | 23 | 0 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $13.99 | $6.79 |
| Steam Review Score | 75.3% positive | N/A |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 9 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Backrooms Lost Runners
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Backrooms Lost Runners | Out of the Shadows |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 17, 2026 | October 20, 2026 |
| Developers | ShimStudioGames | Lobster Games |
| Publishers | ShimStudioGames | Lobster Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | i7-7700K 4.20 GHz or higher (or AMD equivalent) | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | RTX 3060 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 6 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Backrooms Lost Runners or Out of the Shadows?
Backrooms Lost Runners won the comparison against Out of the Shadows based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Backrooms Lost Runners worth buying over Out of the Shadows?
Based on the metrics, Backrooms Lost Runners won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Out of the Shadows currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:53 PM UTC